ErgonomicsShawn, Aamir

What is Ergonomics? 10 tips for good computer workstation Benefits of good computer workstation Negative effects of poor computer workstation Example (What to do and what not to do) Checklist Rating Bibliography

Table of Contents

“The study of efficiency in working environments”

* Google Definitions

What is Ergonomics?

1. Use a good chair, and sit back

2. Monitor above eye level

3. No glare on screen.

(Anti-Glare screen is preferred)

4. Sit at arms length from computer

5. Feet on floor or Stable foot rest

10 tips for good workstations

6. LAPTOP – Keep on table

7. Wrists flat and straight in relation to forearms

8. Arms and elbows relaxed, close to body

9. Center monitor and keyboard in front of you

10. Take frequent breaks

10 tips for good workstations (continued)

Increased physical energy Reduce extra movement

Increased productivity Efficient and comfortable 20% increase in physical productivity and 40%

increase in organizational productivity Reduces Injuries

Benefits

 severe health problems to our well-being. drastically increases chances of suffering from

carpel tunnel syndrome (which affects the wrist) decreases eye sight, cramps in our joints, strain

from overworking certain muscles and joints decreases a person’s productivity and ability to

work effectively. Increases the rate of employees resigning their

jobs because of bad computer station ergonomics.

Negative Effects

Sample # 1EXAMPLE

LIGHTING

Sample #2EXAMPLE

ExampleSample #3

ExampleSample #4

Checklist (HOME STATION)

CRITERA HAVE A GOOD POSTURE

FEET PLANTED ON GROUND

ARMS RESTED

NO SCREEN GLARE

TAKE FREQUENT BREAKS

In conclusion, out of a rating of 10 we believe that the overall rating of our computer workstation should be rated six out of ten. What was good…

- No screen glare- Take frequent breaks

What was bad…- Feet not planted- Bad posture- Arms not rested

RATING

Images: Peel Posture Picture

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BIBLIOGRAPHY

http://www.desitwist.com/health-fitness/12-tips-ergonomic-computer-workstation-12376.html

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